2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Daihatsu Terios. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Daihatsu Terios would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Sonic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios.
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2006 Daihatsu Terios | 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | |
Make | Daihatsu | Chevrolet |
Model | Terios | Sonic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4039 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 46 L |